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New Archbishop Pledges Trust and Transparency Amid Controversy

2/10/2026

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The new archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, pledged to rebuild trust in the Church of England's handling of abuse.
Speaking to the General Synod, she acknowledged failures and called for independence and transparency in safeguarding.
Mullally said victims will be central to safeguarding and noted humility in taking on the role after succeeding Welby.
Support for Mullally may be uncertain amid opposition to women in leadership within the Anglican community.

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The new archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, pledged to rebuild trust in the Church of England's handling of abuse.
Speaking to the General Synod, she acknowledged failures and called for independence and transparency in safeguarding.
Mullally said victims will be central to safeguarding and noted humility in taking on the role after succeeding Welby.
Support for Mullally may be uncertain amid opposition to women in leadership within the Anglican community.